1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 930 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Buick | Bentley |
| Model | LeSabre | Continental |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
